2004 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 248 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | 280 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
