2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Equinox | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |
