2005 Acura CL vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Acura CL 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, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 502 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | CL | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |