2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |