2005 BMW 545 vs. 2004 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 BMW 545 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.

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 545 (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 545 2004 GMC Safari
Make BMW GMC
Model 545 Safari
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 326 HP 191 HP
Torque 450 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1793 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 102 L


 

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