2005 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 306 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
