2000 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 476 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2004 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Safari | QX56 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |