2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 (200 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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 (301 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Montana | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Montana | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 301 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2101 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |