2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Safari | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 57 L |