2006 Pontiac Montana vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. 2006 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Montana | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
