2001 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |