2004 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
