2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 159 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 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
