2003 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2010 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | GMC | Cadillac |
Model | Safari | DTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |