2000 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 222 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Safari | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
