2001 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Holden HSV
To start off, both 2001 GMC Safari and 2001 Holden HSV were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden HSV is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden HSV (692 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2001 Holden HSV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden HSV has manual transmission. 2001 Holden HSV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2001 Holden HSV | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | HSV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
