2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 (204 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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 (301 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
