2001 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2001 GMC Safari and 2001 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hummer H2 weights approximately 948 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (502 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2001 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2001 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | GMC | Hummer |
| Model | Safari | H2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |
