2001 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Frontier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |