2000 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 3 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, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE.
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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden UTE. (305 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2003 Holden UTE | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | UTE |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
