1998 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Partner is newer by 9 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, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Partner.
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, 2007 Peugeot Partner, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Partner. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2007 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Safari | Partner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
