2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 793 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Montana | GL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |