2004 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari.
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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | GMC | Chrysler |
Model | Safari | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |