2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Terraza | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |