1999 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |