1998 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 608 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |