1997 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
