2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
