2000 GMC Safari vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
