1999 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 679 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Insight |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |