2005 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Opel Agila

To start off, 2006 Opel Agila 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Safari 2006 Opel Agila
Make GMC Opel
Model Safari Agila
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 74 HP
Torque 339 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 42 L


 

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