2004 BMW 545 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 BMW 545.
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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 545 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |