2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Ram | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |