2005 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Honda Stream 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 (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. 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 (278 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream 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 Honda Stream | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Stream | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |