2009 Acura TL vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 7 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, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | TL | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |