2003 Mitsubishi Dion 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 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 408 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Dion | Montana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
