GMC Safari vs Pontiac Montana
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Pontiac Montana
Overview
| Spec | GMC SafariBase | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC SafariBase | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,930 (best) | $24,250 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC SafariBase | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 27 gal (best) | 25 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC SafariBase | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 201 hp (best) |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft (best) | 216 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC SafariBase | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 170.4 cu ft (best) | 136.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,800 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,647 lbs (best) | 1,246 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,953 lbs (best) | 4,376 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 189.8 in | 205.6 in (best) |
| Width | 77.5 in (best) | 72 in |
| Height | 75 in (best) | 72 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC SafariBase | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | GMC Safari | Pontiac Montana |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $22,930 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $24,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $24,430 MSRP | Base $27,750 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $25,430 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Base $26,430 MSRP | — |
GMC Safari vs Pontiac Montana FAQ
- Which is better: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2005 GMC Safari vs 2006 Pontiac Montana on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 GMC Safari starts lower at $22,930.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2005 GMC Safari leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,930).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2006 Pontiac Montana leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2006 Pontiac Montana leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
- Which has better seats: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2005 GMC Safari leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2005 GMC Safari or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2005 GMC Safari leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,800).