2000 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 416 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Safari | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |
