1998 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Safari | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
