2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 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 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 476 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | X1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
