2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2002 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 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Malibu | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |