1998 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 12 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Safari | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
