2001 GMC Safari vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 704 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.

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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2001 GMC Safari 2009 GMC Yukon
Make GMC GMC
Model Safari Yukon
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 6162 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 98 L


 

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