2005 GMC Safari vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri 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 90 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 961 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. 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 1992 Mercury Capri. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Safari | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
