2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
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2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Lancer | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |