2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Charger | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4293 cc |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |