1999 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 4 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Montero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |