1997 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 16 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Safari | XTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
