2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, both 2000 Fiat Scudo 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 921 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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 Fiat Scudo, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Scudo 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.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Scudo 2000 GMC Safari
Make Fiat GMC
Model Scudo Safari
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Van Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 78 HP 190 HP
Torque 125 Nm 319 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1960 mm


 

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