1999 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
