2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 586 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | Navigator | Montana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 95 L |