2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 577 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.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | X6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
