2001 GMC Safari vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 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 39 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | GMC | GAZ |
Model | Safari | 3111 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |