2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 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 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 1 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Montana | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
