2005 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Safari | Commander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4703 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 414 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |