2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Charger | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |