1999 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Safari | Aurora |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |