2003 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 8 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
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, 2011 Acura RDX, 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Safari | RDX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
