2000 GMC Safari vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 88 L |