1998 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 13 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 83 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 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Routan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |