2002 GMC Safari vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 265 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.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Safari | Savana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |