2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 GMC Safari

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2005 GMC Safari
Make BMW GMC
Model 330 Safari
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 190 HP
Torque 300 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 102 L


 

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