2001 GMC Safari vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Safari | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
