1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 1997 GMC Safari were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
