1999 GMC Safari vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C 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 53 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 69 L |
