2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Yukon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
