1997 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | Premacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |