2005 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 461 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |
