2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 1998 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
