2007 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 325 | Montana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |