2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 51 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Safari | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
