2009 Ford Escape vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 933 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
