2006 Pontiac Montana vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400. 2006 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 400 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 | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Montana | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
