2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
