2000 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2000 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 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty, 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2001 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
