2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Avalanche | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |