2004 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |