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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (203 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). 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 675 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 (345 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 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 | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 345 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 102 L |