2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
