2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 514 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2000 GMC Safari
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Corvette Safari
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 395 HP 190 HP
Torque 542 Nm 319 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2830 mm


 

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