2004 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 703 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.
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 Patrol (559 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
