2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Sprinter | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |