2002 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Tundra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |