2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Expedition | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 102 L |