2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 328 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 231 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |
