2000 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno

To start off, both 2000 GMC Safari and 2000 Suzuki Baleno 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 105 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. 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 Suzuki Baleno, 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Baleno 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.

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