2004 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP) has 351 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
Make | GMC | Maybach |
Model | Safari | 57 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 542 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 900 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 110 L |