1999 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |