2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Thunderbird | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
