2000 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 2000 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Safari | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
