2000 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 7 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | GMC | Mahindra |
Model | Safari | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 56 L |