2003 GMC Safari vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 945 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 GMC Safari | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Safari | Vitara |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |