2003 BMW 520 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 4 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, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 520 | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |