2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 815 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4294 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 102 L |
