2005 GMC Safari vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 37 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 809 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 108 L |
