2005 GMC Safari vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 29 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 GMC Safari | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Safari | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |