2003 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Safari | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
