1997 GMC Safari vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 186 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Safari | Yukon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |