2004 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Safari | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
