2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 405 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |