2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 262 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |