2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Safari | Lancer |
| 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 | 291 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
