2005 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 379 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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, 1997 Lancia K, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1997 Lancia K | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Safari | K |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |