2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 (200 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 721 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Cube 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 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Montana | Cube |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
