2004 GMC Safari vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 6 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 BMW 128.
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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Safari | 128 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 53 L |