2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 456 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z8 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 102 L |
