2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 876 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | E-150 | Montana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |