2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
