2005 GMC Safari vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 284 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
