2002 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 582 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.

Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2002 GMC Safari 2010 Dodge Ram
Make GMC Dodge
Model Safari Ram
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Van Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 448 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 2537 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 98 L


 

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