2001 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 3 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. 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | S-10 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |