2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (247 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 113 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.
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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |