1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
