2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (200 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Because 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 234 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |