2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 102 L |
