1997 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 15 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 382 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Safari | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |