2001 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 723 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | NV |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |