2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2006 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2006 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A3 | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |