2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 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 3,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
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 G6 (325 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | G6 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3882 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
