2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Thunderbird | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |