2004 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 188 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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 (338 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | FXS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
