2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Nitro | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 102 L |
