2003 GMC Safari vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 658 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica, 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 GMC Safari | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |