2004 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Safari | Avantime |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |