2001 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |