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 |
