2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Thunderbird | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |