2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 478 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 (278 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 Pontiac Montana | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Montana | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
