1999 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (205 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Because 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Safari | 607 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |