2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
