1999 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 48 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.
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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2003 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |