2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
