Mazda MPV vs Pontiac Montana
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Pontiac Montana
Overview
| Spec | Mazda MPVLX-SV | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX-SV | Base |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda MPVLX-SV | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,115 (best) | $24,250 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda MPVLX-SV | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.8 gal | 25 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda MPVLX-SV | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 201 hp (best) |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft | 216 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda MPVLX-SV | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 127 cu ft | 136.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,488 lbs (best) | 1,246 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,772 lbs (best) | 4,376 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 189.5 in | 205.6 in (best) |
| Width | 72.1 in (best) | 72 in |
| Height | 68.7 in | 72 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda MPVLX-SV | Pontiac MontanaBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 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 | Mazda MPV | Pontiac Montana |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX-SV $22,115 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $24,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $22,950 MSRP | Base $27,750 MSRP |
| 3 | ES $28,515 MSRP | — |
Mazda MPV vs Pontiac Montana FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 Mazda MPV or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 Mazda MPV 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: 2006 Mazda MPV or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Mazda MPV starts lower at $22,115.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 Mazda MPV or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2006 Mazda MPV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,115).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 Mazda MPV or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2006 Pontiac Montana leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 Mazda MPV or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2006 Pontiac Montana leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 Mazda MPV or 2006 Pontiac Montana?
- The 2006 Pontiac Montana leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).