2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | Q7 | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |