2005 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | NP300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |