2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Montana | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2101 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
