2001 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 95 L |
