1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 443 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Altima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |