2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
