2000 GMC Safari vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 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. Both 2000 GMC Safari and 2005 GMC Safari are equipped with a 4,294 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 190 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
