2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |