2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 39 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Montana | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
