2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 972 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 498 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |