2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Sonata | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
