2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |