2007 Ford Edge vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (265 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Ford Edge | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Edge | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |