2004 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Juara 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 121 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. 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 Proton Juara, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | GMC | Proton |
| Model | Safari | Juara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
