2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Malibu |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |