2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 207 and 2006 Pontiac Montana were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 829 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Montana (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2006 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 207 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1156 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
