1995 GMC Safari vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 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 2 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 186 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon 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 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Safari | Canyon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |