1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
