2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 223 kg more than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Safari | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
