2000 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Panoz AIV

To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV 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. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 776 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.

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 Panoz AIV (408 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz AIV 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 2005 Panoz AIV
Make GMC Panoz
Model Safari AIV
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Van Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 190 HP 301 HP
Torque 319 Nm 408 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2660 mm


 

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