1999 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
