2005 GMC Safari vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 601 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Jaguar 240. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
