1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol 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) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. 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 Renault Symbol, 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Safari | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |
