2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
