1998 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |