2006 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (301 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
