2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Pontiac | Panoz |
Model | Montana | Esperante |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |