2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 549 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. 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 2010 Mazda 5. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 5 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 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Montana | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2101 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
