2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
