2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 403 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Montana | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Montana | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |