2004 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 762 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
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 | 190 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1193 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 | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |