1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 12 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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 461 kg more than 2011 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1494 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
