2004 GMC Safari vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Safari | Yukon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 292 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |