2003 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 113 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | GMC | Smart |
Model | Safari | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |