2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (538 HP) has 348 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 538 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |
