2002 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon 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 | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Safari | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |