2008 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | MDX | Montana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |