2000 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (262 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 9 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 2000 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
