2004 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 247 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 42 L |