1999 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 780 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | GMC | Koenigsegg |
Model | Safari | CC8S |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |