2005 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Safari | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
