1998 GMC Safari vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Safari | Rodius |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |