2005 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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 92 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |