2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Montana. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vectra | Montana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3390 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 | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
