2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 482 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montana | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3350 mm |
