2003 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |