2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 337 kg more than 2002 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
