2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 339 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2002 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
