2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 907 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Azure | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |