2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
