1999 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | CLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |