2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Cobalt | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 98 L |
