2009 BMW 125 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 125 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
