1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LeSabre | Montana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
