1999 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 437 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |