2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 675 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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.
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2005 Pontiac Montana | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Montana | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |