1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 145 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 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
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1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |