2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |
