2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP) has 269 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Ferrari California.
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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | GMC | Ferrari |
Model | Safari | California |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 460 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 483 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |