2005 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 504 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |