2003 GMC Safari vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Safari | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |