2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 694 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |
