2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Montana | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
