2005 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2005 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 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Safari | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |