2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 458 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2001 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
