2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |