1998 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Montana (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Montana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |