2001 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
