2002 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 541 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (301 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | Montana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |