2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Montana.
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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (210 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
