2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Safari | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 464 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |