2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2000 GMC Safari were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 606 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | GTV | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |