2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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, 2012 Kia Optima (274 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima (364 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 274 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
