2003 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |