2004 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 2 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, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.
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, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Legend |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 291 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |