2001 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |