2001 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Suzuki Swift, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Safari | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
