2001 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 165 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 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2009 Infiniti G37 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 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Safari | G37 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |