1998 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (246 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 GMC Safari. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |