2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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 Chrysler 200 (283 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 200. 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 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Safari | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
