1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (278 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | Montana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
