GMC Safari Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2005): Your Comprehensive Guide

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team

Last Updated 2024-01-26

The Chevrolet Astro, produced from 1985 to 2005, was a versatile minivan known for its durability and adaptability, offered in both passenger and cargo configurations.

By 2005, the Astro featured a 4.3L VORTEC 4300 Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) V6 engine, delivering 190 horsepower at 4400 RPM and 250 lb-ft of torque at 2800 RPM.

It utilized a rear-wheel-drive platform, with all-wheel drive becoming an option in 1990, and was paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

This consistent powertrain configuration emphasized reliability and utility throughout its production run.

Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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Second Generation: 1995-2005

The 1995-2005 GMC Safari featured a 4.3L V6 engine (Vortec 4300) producing 190 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with overdrive.

Rear-wheel drive (RWD) was standard, offering consistent performance across the model range.

A notable update in 2003 included chassis enhancements with components from GM's half-ton pickups, improving durability and compatibility with larger wheels.

2005 GMC Safari Horsepower

The 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a VORTEC 4300 MFI engine, producing a consistent horsepower of 190 hp and torque of 250 lb-ft.

This vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission that is electronically controlled with overdrive.

2005 GMC Safari Horsepower And Torque
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain	Horsepower @ RPM	Torque @ RPM
Passenger SLT Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger SLE Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm

2004 GMC Safari Horsepower

The 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a VORTEC 4300 MFI engine, producing a consistent output of 190 horsepower at 4400 RPM and 250 lb-ft of torque at 2800 RPM.

This vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission that is electronically controlled with overdrive.

2004 GMC Safari Horsepower And Torque
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain	Horsepower @ RPM	Torque @ RPM
Passenger SLT Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI (190 HP [141.7 KW] @ 4400 RPM 250LB.-FT. [339.5 N-M] @ 2800 RPM) \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger SLE Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI (190 HP [141.7 KW] @ 4400 RPM 250LB.-FT. [339.5 N-M] @ 2800 RPM) \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI (190 HP [141.7 KW] @ 4400 RPM 250LB.-FT. [339.5 N-M] @ 2800 RPM) \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled With OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm

2003 GMC Safari Horsepower

The 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a VORTEC 4300 MFI engine, producing a consistent output of 190 horsepower at 4400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm.

This vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission that is electronically controlled with overdrive.

2003 GMC Safari Horsepower And Torque
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain	Horsepower @ RPM	Torque @ RPM
Passenger SLT Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI (190 HP [141.7 KW] @ 4400 rpm 250 lb.-ft. [339.5 N-m] @ 2800 rpm) \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger SLE Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI (190 HP [141.7 KW] @ 4400 rpm 250 lb.-ft. [339.5 N-m] @ 2800 rpm) \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger Van	V6 \| VORTEC 4300 MFI (190 HP [141.7 KW] @ 4400 rpm 250 lb.-ft. [339.5 N-m] @ 2800 rpm) \| 4 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm

2002 GMC Safari Horsepower

The 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a 4.3L (262) SFI VORTEC 4300 engine, producing a consistent output of 190 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2002 GMC Safari Horsepower And Torque
Trim	Engine \| Transmission \| Drivetrain	Horsepower @ RPM	Torque @ RPM
Passenger SLT Van	4.3L \| V6 \| (262) SFI (VORTEC 4300) \| 4 Spd Auto w/OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm
Passenger SLE Van	4.3L \| V6 \| (262) SFI (VORTEC 4300) \| 4 Spd Auto w/OD \| RWD	190 hp @ 4,400 rpm	250 ft-lbs @ 2,800 rpm