1997 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
