2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 447 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.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safari | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
