2005 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 GMC Safari and 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 243 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |