2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
