1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari.
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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |
