2004 GMC Safari vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | GMC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Safari | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 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 | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 94 L |
