2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 306 kg more than 2012 Ferrari California.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
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2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | GMC | Ferrari |
Model | Safari | California |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 460 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 483 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |