2000 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 303 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Safari | XK8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 291 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 393 Nm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |