2000 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Safari | Thesis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |