2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 647 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
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2005 Ford Explorer | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Explorer | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 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 | 1298 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |