2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Outlook. 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Montana | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
