2000 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Avalon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2819 mm |