1998 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3950 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
