1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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, both vehicles can yield 187 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Highlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |