2004 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | GMC | Lotus |
Model | Safari | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |