1995 GMC Safari vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2006 Lexus RX | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Safari | RX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |