2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (301 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | Montana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
