2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 95 L |
