1999 GMC Safari vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | SL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |