2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |