2005 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP) has 551 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.
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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | GMC | Lotec |
| Model | Safari | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 741 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1650 kg |
