2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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. Both 2001 Chevrolet Express and 2000 GMC Safari are equipped with a 4,294 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 444 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |