2004 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Holden Commodore.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
