2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Acura RL.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura RL. 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Montana | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
