1998 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | GMC | Mahindra |
Model | Safari | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |