2004 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 423 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Magna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |