2001 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 626 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |