2005 Opel Combo vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2005 Opel Combo 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 114 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 891 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. 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 Opel Combo. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Combo | Montana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |
