2006 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 173 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montana | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
