2000 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2000 GMC Safari and 2000 Opel Omega 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 48 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 223 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |