1999 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 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) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 373 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Safari | Freelander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |