2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2002 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
