1998 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra 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 72 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Safari | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |