2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
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2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Safari | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |