2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Safari | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
