1999 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (460 HP) has 269 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1793 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 102 L |
