2007 BMW 750 vs. 2005 GMC Safari

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2005 GMC Safari
Make BMW GMC
Model 750 Safari
Year Released 2007 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 362 HP 190 HP
Torque 490 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 98 L


 

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