1995 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 18 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, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 73 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Flex, 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Safari | Flex |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |