1997 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari.
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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Safari | F-450 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |