2004 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 52 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (339 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Safari | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |