2005 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 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 86 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 646 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
