2003 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 10 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, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 242 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti G has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti G 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.
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2003 GMC Safari | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Safari | G |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |