2003 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safari | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
