2004 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 167 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |