2004 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI. 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | GMC | Westfield |
| Model | Safari | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
