2001 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (260 Nm). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
