2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 102 L |
