2004 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 3 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
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, 2007 Lancia Phedra, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Safari | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
