2005 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |