1998 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |