1999 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. 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 33 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 GMC Safari | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |