1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet APV, 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | APV | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |