1997 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 89 L |