2002 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari.
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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |