1995 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1995 GMC Safari 2005 Hyundai Coupe
Make GMC Hyundai
Model Safari Coupe
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1408 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 55 L


 

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