2009 Ford Edge vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 848 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
