2004 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Proton Impian 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 588 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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 Proton Impian, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | GMC | Proton |
| Model | Safari | Impian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
