2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |