2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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 530 (254 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 530 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |