1995 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 GMC Safari | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |