1998 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 8 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 511 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 1998 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Safari | Relay |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
