2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Montana and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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.
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2005 Pontiac Montana | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Montana | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |