2000 GMC Safari vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 371 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |