2002 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 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, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 351 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Safari | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
