2005 Ford Escape vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Escape | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escape | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |