2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Montana and 2005 Volvo S80 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 (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (134 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S80 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 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Montana | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
