2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
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 Ford Freestyle, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestyle | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
