2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,964 cc, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (355 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CLK | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1986 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
