1999 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 10 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 352 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 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | CC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
