2005 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
