2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 42 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 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 Dodge Caliber. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caliber | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 102 L |
