2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | CTS | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |