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 | None reported |
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 | — |