1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 196 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
