2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
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 BMW 330 (401 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 330 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |