2005 GMC Safari vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 349 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 GMC Safari | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |