1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |