2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 307 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |