2004 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |