2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |