2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 368 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Montana | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Montana | Cresta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |