2005 BMW 530 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
