2002 GMC Safari vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | 968 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |