2000 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Safari | Montana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
