2005 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 791 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 (339 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Safari | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
