2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
