1997 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Safari | Statesman |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |