2005 GMC Safari vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 GMC Safari and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 878 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. 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 2005 GMC Sierra. 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 Sierra (488 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
