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) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). 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 555 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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Safari | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
