2006 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 Lexus GX.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | GX | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 95 L |
