2002 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Safari | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
