2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Sebring | Montana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
