2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
