2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 741 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
