2004 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Peugeot 406 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 57 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 393 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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 Peugeot 406, 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Safari | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |