2000 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
