1995 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | C |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |