2008 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2003 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X5 | Montana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |