1998 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Titan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |