1997 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Sebring 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 49 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. 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 Sebring, 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) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Sebring. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1997 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 1997 Chrysler Sebring 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 Sebring | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Sebring | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
