2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 199 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |