2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 353 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Envoy. 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 GMC Envoy (435 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |
