1999 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Vector M12.
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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1997 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1997 Vector M12 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 | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | GMC | Vector |
| Model | Safari | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
