2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 582 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
