2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-250 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
