2005 GMC Safari vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 276 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 77 L |
