2005 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |