2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Freestyle | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
