1995 Lincoln Continental 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 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | Montana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
