2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2004 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Citroen C8, 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Citroen C8 2000 GMC Safari
Make Citroen GMC
Model C8 Safari
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Minivan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 102 L