2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo 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:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mondeo | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 367 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |