2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 (200 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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 (301 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
