2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 528 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Safari | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
