2000 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP) has 313 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 634 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Safari | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2745 mm |
