1995 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 11 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Safari | Azera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |