2000 GMC Safari vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. 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 93 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 166 kg more than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 GMC Safari | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
