1996 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 800 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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 1996 Honda CRX. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | CRX | Montana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
