1998 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Acura EL

To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 2 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 60 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 876 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL 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 2000 Acura EL
Make GMC Acura
Model Safari EL
Year Released 1998 2000
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1079 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1704 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1394 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2619 mm


 

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