2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Safari | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |