1998 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Highlander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |