2004 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Honda City

To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 853 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Honda City, 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Safari 2001 Honda City
Make GMC Honda
Model Safari City
Year Released 2004 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1343 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 94 HP
Torque 339 Nm 121 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1793 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2510 mm


 

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