2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Sprinter | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
