1997 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 GMC Safari.
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, 2010 Pontiac G6, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | G6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |