2008 Ford Focus vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
