2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 (285 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Montana | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 206 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
