2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
