2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Montana | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | Montana | Terrain |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |