1995 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
