2001 BMW Compact vs. 1999 GMC Safari

To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 2 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, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.

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 Safari (338 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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