2009 BMW 630 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 4 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, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 630 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 630 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |