2003 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 (200 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Montana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |