2005 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (234 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 234 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 266 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |