2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 181 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |