2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP) has 124 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 129 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | GMC | Cadillac |
Model | Safari | XTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 314 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |