2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 419 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Montana. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Acadia | Montana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |