2000 GMC Safari vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 77 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 571 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Safari | 316 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |