2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 848 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2002 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 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, 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, both vehicles can yield 338 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus X | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
