2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 313 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |