2005 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (290 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1839 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |