2008 BMW 118 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 118 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
