2000 GMC Safari vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Safari | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
