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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 23 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. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 6 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 | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |