2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
