1997 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | SL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |