2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
