2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 300 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | XLR | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 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 |