2001 GMC Safari vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | GMC | TVR |
Model | Safari | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |