2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 4 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2004 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Enclave | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |