2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. 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 149 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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 (285 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Montana | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
