2009 Acura RL vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | RL | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
