2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 839 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Safari | Freelander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |