2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (339 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Safari | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 263 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |