2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP) has 303 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 221 kg more than 2013 BMW M5.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M5. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | M5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
