2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
