2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (278 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Avancier | Montana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
