2002 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Because 2002 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 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2002 GMC Safari 2005 Toyota Camry
Make GMC Toyota
Model Safari Camry
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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