2001 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 52 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Hilux |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |