2005 Maybach 62 vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 62 | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Maybach | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
