1998 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2012 Holden Colorado 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 Holden Colorado (210 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari.
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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Colorado. (313 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Colorado. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2012 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
