1999 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Element |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |