2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, both 2000 GMC Yukon and 2000 GMC Safari were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 334 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 Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (451 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Yukon | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |