2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | Vito |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |
