2000 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, both 2000 GMC Safari and 2000 Mazda Laputa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 138 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2000 Mazda Laputa, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Laputa 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 | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | Laputa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 63 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |