1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 526 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.

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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ferrari Mondial 2000 GMC Safari
Make Ferrari GMC
Model Mondial Safari
Year Released 1998 2000
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 266 HP 190 HP
Torque 363 Nm 319 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1956 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm


 

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