2001 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 851 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |