1998 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 14 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey.
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, 2012 Dodge Journey, 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Safari | Journey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| 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 | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
