2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 419 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.

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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Viper 1998 GMC Safari
Make Dodge GMC
Model Viper Safari
Year Released 2005 1998
Body Type Roadster Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.4 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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