1995 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 16 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safari | GTI |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
