1999 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 23 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Safari | Voyager |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |