2004 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 401 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Safari | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
