2004 GMC Safari vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 348 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |
