2002 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Safari | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |