2005 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2004 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Safari | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
