2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 1995 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 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escape | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |