2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Terrano | Montana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |