2000 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 671 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva 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.
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2000 GMC Safari | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Safari | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 128 Nm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |