2004 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 669 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |