2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 797 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (868 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
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2006 Ford Mustang | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 868 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |