2001 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
