2003 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano.
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 Nissan Murano, 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |