2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (285 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Almera | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1986 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
