2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP) has 321 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 263 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 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 M | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 511 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
