2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 545 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
