1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
