2003 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
