2005 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 581 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
