1999 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 4,291 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Sienna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
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 | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |