2004 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
