1999 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 11 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1537 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
