2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 76 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 (278 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Montana | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
