1995 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
