2003 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Safari | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
