2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (301 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 415 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 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 | 78 L | 95 L |