2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Yukon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
