2009 BMW X5 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |