2004 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1297 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Safari (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Safari | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |
