2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 573 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montana | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 119 L |
