2004 BMW 325 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
