2001 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 11 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Safari | Verano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |