2000 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2000 GMC Safari and 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 171 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |