2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
