2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 44 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 Honda Pilot. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |