2000 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |