2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (250 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | 300 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |