2009 Buick Enclave vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Because 2001 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave, 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Enclave | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |