2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 445 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 601 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |