1998 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2000 Kia Spectra is newer by 2 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 831 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra, 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
