1998 Daewoo Arcadia vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, both 1998 Daewoo Arcadia and 1998 GMC Safari were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Arcadia (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Arcadia should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Arcadia.
Because 1998 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Arcadia, 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. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Arcadia has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Arcadia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daewoo Arcadia | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Daewoo | GMC |
Model | Arcadia | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |