2001 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 498 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Safari | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |