1998 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Safari | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3686 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 | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
