2004 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Safari | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |
