2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | GAZ | GMC |
Model | 3111 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |