2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Maverick | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Maverick | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |