2003 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (209 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vectra | Montana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
