1995 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Safari | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
