2004 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 328 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.
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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |