2004 BMW 525 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 525 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |