2005 GMC Safari vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 BMW Z8.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW Z8. 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |
