1999 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 578 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Safari | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |