1999 Acura Integra vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra, 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | Integra | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |