2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, both 2005 Ford C-MAX and 2005 GMC Safari were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford C-MAX | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | C-MAX | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |