2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 878 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1998 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-350 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 98 L |
