2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (257 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
