2005 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 GMC Safari and 2005 Opel Meriva 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 841 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Meriva. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |