2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 323 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Montana. 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |