1999 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Safari | Commander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |