1999 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Mariner |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |