2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 339 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Safari | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 53 L |
