2000 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safari | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2707 mm |
