2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 316 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
