1998 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 631 kg more than 1998 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |