2005 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 336 kg more than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Sienna. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (283 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
