1998 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
