2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (320 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
