2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
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 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | XLR | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |