2005 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 461 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Safari 2002 Acura CL
Make GMC Acura
Model Safari CL
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 260 HP
Torque 339 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2041 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 65 L


 

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