2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 116 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 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
