1995 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 14 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 875 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | Viano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
