2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 503 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | Montana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
