2005 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 190 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 419 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (320 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Safari | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |