1999 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2007 Holden Caprice is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2007 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
