2004 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |