2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |