1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 338 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Step Wagon | Montana |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |