2000 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 881 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |