2005 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 88 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Microbus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |