2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Excursion | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |