2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Pacifica | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
