1999 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safari | Montero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 302 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |