2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Montana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1536 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
