2005 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Holden Zafira

To start off, both 2005 GMC Safari and 2005 Holden Zafira 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. 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 Holden Zafira. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Safari 2005 Holden Zafira
Make GMC Holden
Model Safari Zafira
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 145 HP
Torque 339 Nm 203 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 2041 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2700 mm


 

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