2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |