2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 164 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
