2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Safari | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 391 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
