2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 818 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
