2006 BMW 550 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |