1995 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 12 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 56 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
