2004 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 918 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
Because 2004 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus, 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. (272 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Safari | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
