2005 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 132 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |