1999 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.

Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1999 GMC Safari 2006 Nissan Armada
Make GMC Nissan
Model Safari Armada
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4291 cc 5555 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 187 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 8 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 106 L


 

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