2000 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 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 17 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 521 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. 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, 1999 Rover 800, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
