2005 Infiniti FX vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | FX | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |