1995 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 13 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, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | ML |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |