2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 53 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 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
