2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Taurus | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |