2004 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP) has 294 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |
