2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 532 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 399 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |