2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Safari | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |
