2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari. 2003 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 GMC Yukon | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Yukon | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |