1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Malibu and 1999 GMC Safari were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 569 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Malibu | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |