2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Town & Country | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 102 L |