2003 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
