2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Kuga | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
