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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm) has 162 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 | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
