2000 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 428 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |