2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP) has 425 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 705 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 2006 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2006 Ascari A10 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 | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ascari |
Model | Montana | A10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 625 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2636 mm |