2001 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Titan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |