1997 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
