2001 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 694 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Silverado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |