2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 478 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escape | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |