2005 GMC Safari vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 2005 GMC Safari and 2005 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 3 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Safari | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |