1999 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 1999 GMC Safari and 1999 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX 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 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |