2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | 300 | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |