2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Pacifica | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
