1999 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy
Make GMC Subaru
Model Safari Legacy
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4291 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 64 L


 

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