2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 832 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari. 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 Sierra (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2830 mm |
