2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP) has 204 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 347 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |