2009 BMW 118 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 9 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, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 118 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
