2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Montana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
