2004 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 629 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 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lincoln |
| Model | Montana | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
