2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |