2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 574 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Safari | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |