1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Safari | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
