2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Montana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
