2001 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |