1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Voyager 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, 2011 Chrysler Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 155 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 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Safari | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
