2005 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 954 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
